Club Details

Woman's Athletic Club of Chicago

626 N. Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60611

Unique Club/Facility Details

The Woman's Athletic Club of Chicago is a private athletic and social club for women located on the Magnificent Mile. We serve approximately 1,200 members and their families and offer fitness, spa, aquatics, social programming and dining. We pride ourselves on our strong sense of community, the excellence of our facilities and the quality of service provided by our valued team members.

A vibrant Club rooted in rich traditions, fostering social connections, intellectual, cultural, and professional enrichment, and wellness for modern women in all stages of life. We are a community of trailblazers representing generations of women who carve out physical, intellectual and recreational space. We stand for wellness and growth, tradition and progress. We are a haven in the city, a home away from home.

In addition, the WAC takes great pride in and care for the physical space in which we reside at 626 North Michigan Avenue. Together, the members, the professional team dedicated to creating vibrant and memorable moments, and the landmark building represent the whole identity of the Woman's Athletic Club of Chicago.

Club is open 7 days per week, 12 months per year.

Age of Club: 128
Number of Members: 1170
Average Age of Members: 58
Club Ownership: Member-Owned
Gross Dollar Volume: $12,200,000.00
Annual Dues Volume: $6,500,000.00
Annual Food Sales: $2,300,000.00
Annual Beverage Sales: $500,000.00
This club uses CMAA's General Manager/Chief Operating Officer Concept.

Golf Facilities

Golf facilities unspecified

Racquet Facilities

Racquet facilities unspecified

Swimming Facilities

  • 1 Indoor
Lap swimming, water aerobics, adult and children's swim lessons, pool parties

Other Athletic Facilities

Full athletic facility, three group exercise studios, Pilates personal training studio, full day spa with manicures, pedicures, treatment rooms and salon.

Dining Facilities

  • 1 Members' Lounge that seats 30
  • 1 Formal Dining Room that seats 120
  • 1 Outdoor Dining that seats 25
  • 1 Cafe 626 that seats 20
12 private dining rooms serving 2 to 250 people

Job Details

Date Posted

3/19/2026

Job Title

Membership Director

Job Description

The Woman's Athletic Club of Chicago is a private athletic and social club for women located on the Magnificent Mile. We serve approximately 1,200 members and their families and offer fitness, spa, aquatics, social programming and dining. We pride ourselves on our strong sense of community, the excellence of our facilities and the quality of service provided by our valued team members.

The Membership Director plays a key role in the continued growth and vitality of the Club by cultivating relationships with current members and welcoming prospective members into our community. This position leads membership recruitment and retention efforts, manages the membership application process, and works closely with Club leadership and the Membership Committee to support the Club’s strategic membership goals.

Responsibilities

  • Cultivate relationships with current members to identify and sponsor prospective new members.
  • Host prospective member events and conduct tours for candidates and returning members.
  • Manage the membership enrollment process and ensure all policies and procedures are followed.
  • Serve as liaison to the Membership Committee and support committee meetings and initiatives.
  • Prepare and distribute membership communications and materials for members, Board members and prospective members.
  • Maintain accurate membership records and manage the Club’s membership database (Northstar).
  • Coordinate new member onboarding, including orientations and first-year engagement touchpoints.
  • Create and maintain membership lists, reports and records of sponsored guests.
  • Process membership applications and resignations.
  • Ensure membership information in Club communications and on the website is accurate and current. 
  • Maintain a visible presence at Club events to build relationships with members and prospective members and support membership development.
  • Collaborate with departments across the Club to support member experience and engagement.
  • Contribute to strategies that support membership growth, diversity and inclusion.
  • Stay informed on industry trends and best practices in private club membership and engagement.

Candidate Qualifications

  • Proven track record in sales, membership development or relationship-based recruiting. 
  • Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills. 
  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail.  
  • Professional demeanor with a high-energy, outgoing personality.
  • Ability to build strong relationships with members, colleagues and community leaders.
  • Passion for delivering exceptional member service and exceeding expectations.
  • Strong technical skills including Microsoft Word and Excel; database experience preferred.
  • Ability to attend occasional evening or weekend events as needed.

 

Educational Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred. 

Date Position Available

Immediately

Salary Range

$80,000.00 to $89,999.00

Other Benefits

  • Full benefits (medical, dental, 401(k) plan)
  • PTO & sick days • Commuter/parking reimbursement
  • Complimentary meal daily
  • Long term disability/short term disability, life
  • Continued education
  • Relocation assistance
  • Compensation: $80,000 to $90,000 commensurate with experience, plus annual discretionary bonus potential.
  • $5,000 to $10,000 annual commission potential.

Please send resumes to:

Fred Fletcher
COO/General Manager
626 N. Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60611
PHONE: 312-944-6123
fred@wacchicago.com

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